Our Future Learns Here. Thrive in Tempe
Education is woven into the fabric of life here. Thrive in Tempe is a unique community partnership designed to connect families with the exceptional public schools and innovative programs and resources that make Tempe a hub of learning and opportunity. From high-performing K-12 schools to Arizona State University and beyond, families are offered a full continuum of educational opportunities. Thrive in Tempe celebrates the City’s commitment to excellence in education at every level.
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Tempe residents have bachelor's degrees or higher
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ASU is repeatedly ranked #1 for innovation
Every school. Every chance for success.
The City of Tempe supports education at every level. From the Kid Zone Enrichment Program, which offers a safe and dynamic after-school environment for K-8th grade students, to the College Connect and Career Ready programs for high school students, Tempe provides the resources your child needs to be successful with municipal support that helps our public schools achieve at some of the highest levels in the state.
Experience the true meaning of community.
Tempe isn’t just a city—it’s a community that celebrates diversity, nurtures connection, and leads with heart. It is vibrant and inclusive, blending innovation, compassion, education, and culture into its everyday rhythm that can sometimes get loud. From concerts in Tempe Beach Park, floating movie nights at Kiwanis Wave Pool, to raucous Sun Devil football games and other ASU athletics and cultural events, Tempe is the hub for bringing people together.
The belief that we are better together is foundational to Tempe. That is why the city has created and supports seven unique educational programs, empowering students across the entire learning spectrum, from Pre-K to Ph.D., while the business community supports everything from Career Ready to scholarships and athletic programs. Ultimately, everyone knows we are stronger and better, together.
Our Schools
Tempe is home to the public and high-performing Kyrene School District, Tempe Elementary School District, and Tempe Union High School District. Each offers multiple curricula and diverse teaching methods to ensure all students thrive. The districts offer competitive athletics, academic competitions, and thriving arts, music, and cultural events. There is truly space for everyone.
Kyrene School District
One of Arizona’s leading public school districts, they have been providing excellence in education for more than 135 years.
Tempe Elementary School District
Celebrating 150 years of rich history and community-inspired learning, they connect the three vibrant communities of Tempe, Phoenix, and Guadalupe.
Tempe Union High School District
Prioritizing students’ academic and social needs, they see standardized and college entrance exam scores that are well above the national average.
Arizona State University
ASU’s culture of innovation and inclusion draws pioneering researchers to its faculty and attracts highly qualified students from all 50 states and more than 155 nations. ASU is expanding academic and entrepreneurial opportunities for every type of learner at all stages of life.
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